Why isn't there enough money to do something right the first time, but always enough to buy it again the second time to straighten out a big mess!; Better to spend the monery once and not have to redo a screw up!

To get back up when you are down, fight when you are struggling, give the extra effort when you are in pain, come back when no one expects you to and stand up tall when people try to pull you down. That is what makes up a true champion!! Snork56 (S56) Henry D.

I've added small quantities of lac thinner to Testor enamel and brushed it, but then I'm not usually brushing anything I'm trying to get a super-smooth finish on (like a car body). Usually I'm brushing details, and the LT-thinned paint is fine for that. I've even used paint that I've thinned down with LT for airbrushing for small touch-up jobs with no problem.

I DO use LT for airbrushing enamels.....Works Great! I was just looking for a GOOD alternative to the Testor's red can.....But to keep EVERYONE happy,maybe I'll spring for another can of Testor's with a 40% coupon at Hobby Lobby......In my former working life/careers,I've also dealt with people NOT wanting to spend a little more(either money OR time) the 1st time around. I'm open to trying different products or techniques, on similar scrap material,but NOT during a current build project. I appreciate the input.....

I'm in the middle of a BIG move....From Corpus Christi TX to Tucson AZ.

I used to use plain old mineral spirits also, and to good results. But I just tried to use it from a gallon jug and the Testors enamel paint coagulated. Im in California and wonder if thier epa hand is to blame.

I've heard of variations in formulas for some solvents in California, so perhaps that's the issue. Try a can of cheap hardware store lacquer thinner. Again, Cali may have variations in formula, but it's worth a try. Lacquer thinner works great with hobby enamels.